Overview

About Us

WE is one of the largest communications and integrated marketing agencies in the world. We're independent, we're all about our people - both our clients and our employees - and we believe in the power of communications to move audiences to positive action.

For more than 40 years, we have been helping translate complex innovations into powerful, persuasive stories. Our sector expertise across key verticals - including technology, healthcare, consumer, and brand purpose - translates into insights and strategies that are informed, current and credible.

We work with companies that are embracing the ever-evolving digital world to reinvent themselves, to deliver new value to their customers to reach them in new ways and ultimately improve people's lives.

About the Role

As part of the team, you will play a key role in supporting communications efforts that shape policy and influence thought leaders on pressing issues, such as cybersecurity, responsible AI use, and safeguarding the upcoming election from the threats of foreign influence. This role focuses on media relations in the technology, trade, and political sectors, providing coverage and issue analysis. The Assistant Account Executive (AAE) will draft, tailor, and finalize media content, while also contributing to reporting, social media monitoring, and content development, with increased client-facing responsibilities.

This role is open in our Seattle, WA office only. 

Responsibilities

Monitor, report and provide insight on competitor and issue-specific social media activities as well as contribute to unique and creative uses of social campaigns or emerging technologies as necessary

Craft and customize influencer pitches and social media content

Begin developing relationships with media/influencers; Develop final internal and external materials including action emails and recaps for internal and external clients

Monitor coverage and conversations in social media

Provide analysis and strategic recommendations based on industry knowledge

Integrate and gather information across teams, clients and partners as needed for projects

Contribute ideas and brainstorm on media/ influencer strategies; engaging with clients as needed

Other duties as assigned

 

Qualifications 

1-2 years of communications, marketing, or media experiences; can include internship experience

Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (particularly Outlook, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint and Excel)

Strong understanding of, and proficiency in, social media

Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task, work in a team environment, and meet deadlines

 

Preferred Qualifications 

Comfortable with integrated communication principles

Understand the role of the media

Interest in developing integrated communications skills incorporating digital and social media

High level of initiative

Client and business environment:  Customer service orientation is a must.  Job pressure may exist from requirement of handling multiple tasks.

Experience working globally or with colleagues in multiple locations

Fast-paced team environment (frequent tight deadlines, multitasking, etc.)

Strong presentation and consulting skills along with the ability to read, write and speak English

May need to work more than 40 hours per week on occasion

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Compensation

The base annual salary range for this role, applicable across all U.S. locations, is outlined below. The actual salary may vary based on several factors such as business requirements, job responsibilities, skills, experience, and geographical location.

Salary Range

$52,000 - $57,000 USD

Benefits

As part of our commitment to the success and well-being of our team, regular employees working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for the following benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Generous time off including PTO, holidays, annual wellness break, summer Fridays and personal days
  • 401k plan including company match and financial wellness support
  • 16 weeks of paid parental leave for all employees
  • 22-24 weeks paid parental leave when coupled with Short-term disability
  • 2 weeks caregiver leave
  • Support with home office equipment
  • Bi-annual Wellness Credits
  • Monthly Technology Credit (to offset internet / phone costs)
  • Community Engagement Days
  • Learning and Development Programs for our employees

Equal Opportunity: WE provides equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against an employee or applicant because of age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or other legally protected class status.

Diversity and Inclusion: WE values a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to creating a workplace where everyone thrives. We promote an atmosphere in which diversity of people and ideas are welcomed and valued. Diversity includes differences in race, religion, gender identity or expression, age, lifestyle, ethnic background and sexual orientation as well as differences in experiences and ideas.

 


 


 

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